Female Personal Assistant – WIENCL

Disability North; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local support organization is seeking a dedicated Personal Assistant to support a 10-year-old girl with special needs in Newcastle upon Tyne. The role involves accompanying her on activities, ensuring her safety, and providing assistance as needed. A clean driving licence is essential for this position. Flexible hours of approximately 4 per week with additional hours during school holidays. The ideal candidate will be vigilant and physically able to assist the child, who has a rare condition affecting her awareness of danger.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence essential.
• Ability to push a wheelchair as needed.
• Experience in supporting individuals with disabilities is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support Erin in engaging activities like dancing and visiting various centers.
• Maintain close supervision to ensure safety due to Erin's condition.
• Learn effective communication methods with Erin.

Skills

Driving skills

Vigilance

Adaptability

Job description

Hours : 4 hours per week (flexible), additional hours in school holidays.

Rates of pay : £14.00 per hour.

Location : Newcastle upon Tyne (NE13 area)

Full UK driving licence essential

I’m looking for a Personal Assistant to support my daughter Erin who is 10 years old. Erin is a happy, smiley, lovely little girl who loves to dance and listen to music. Erin is a fan of Peppa Pig and loves looking at books and magazines.

I would like a PA to take Erin out to do some different activities. This will include going to the Tim Lamb and Alan Shearer centre. Erin may also try horse riding in the future as I think this will be something she’ll enjoy.

Erin has a condition called Phelan-McDermid syndrome, which is a rare genetic disorder that affects the development and function of the brain and body. Erin has little awareness of danger, so a Personal Assistant will need to be vigilant at all times. On occasion, Erin uses a wheelchair so you will need to be physically able to push this. You will initially spend time with me learning how best to communicate and support Erin as she is non‑verbal.

A driver with clean licence is essential for this post.

There is a genuine occupational requirement for the holder of this post to be male / female in accordance with the Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) Regulations 2014 and Equality Act 2010.

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This post is subject to references and satisfactory DBS checks.

Closing date : This vacancy will close as soon as a suitable candidate is appointed.

At the time of starting their employment, the successful candidate must have permission to work in the U.K.